Turnip- Purple Top White Globe

Description

Purple Top White Globe Turnip is a traditional and highly popular variety of turnip, known for its round shape, smooth texture, and vibrant color. The turnip’s upper half is a beautiful purple, while the bottom remains white, creating an attractive and appealing root vegetable. With its mild, sweet flavor and smooth, firm flesh, Purple Top White Globe is perfect for a variety of culinary applications, from roasting and mashing to adding to soups, stews, and salads. This fast-growing root vegetable is rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber, making it a nutritious addition to any garden. Purple Top White Globe is an easy-to-grow, low-maintenance vegetable that’s ideal for beginner gardeners and experienced growers alike.

Features and Specifications:

• Plant Type: Annual root vegetable
• Root Color: Purple top with white globe-shaped base
• Flavor: Mild, sweet, and slightly earthy
• Root Size: 3-4 inches in diameter
• Height: 6-12 inches (15-30 cm)
• Spread: 6-12 inches (15-30 cm)
• Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Uses: Culinary (roasting, mashing, soups, stews, salads)
• Hardiness Zones: 2-9
• Days to Germination: 7-14 days
• Days to Maturity: 50-70 days
• Seed Packet Contains: 25g of seeds (approximately 700+ seeds)

Planting Tips:

• Start seeds directly outdoors in early spring or late summer for fall harvest.
• Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep and space them 3-4 inches apart for optimal root development.
• Keep the soil evenly moist during germination, but avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot.
• Purple Top White Globe grows best in well-drained, fertile soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH.
• Thin seedlings to 6-8 inches apart once they are large enough to handle, allowing enough room for the roots to grow.
• Regular watering is essential, especially during dry spells, to promote healthy growth and prevent the turnips from becoming woody.
• Harvest turnips when they reach 3-4 inches in diameter for the best flavor and texture. Larger turnips can become fibrous and less flavorful.
• The greens of Purple Top White Globe are also edible and can be harvested and used in salads, soups, or as a cooked green.

Purple Top White Globe Turnip is a versatile and easy-to-grow root vegetable that is ideal for any garden. Its sweet, mild flavor and smooth texture make it a favorite for roasting, mashing, and adding to your favorite recipes. Whether you're looking to grow a nutritious and hearty vegetable or simply want to add variety to your garden, Purple Top White Globe is the perfect choice. Enjoy fresh, homegrown turnips throughout the growing season and experience the delicious taste of this classic vegetable.